A broad stroke guide to choosing the right paving for you.
April 29, 2019
Written by wilkinsonlandscapes
A pro and con list comparing natural stone to concrete
Getting to grips with your garden can be a very daunting task. With so many decisions to make, choosing the right paving for you can be one of the hardest. Here is a broad stroke guide to paving.
Natural Stone
Pros
Colour lasts forever, with the right maintenance
Very strong, will outlast all of us
Every flag is unique
Cons
Can be very expensive in comparison to concrete alternative
Requires a greater skill level to be laid correctly
More likely to have problems with staining ‘picture framing’
Concrete
Pros
When a totally consistent colour and texture is required concrete is the only option
Cheaper
Easier to lay
Cons
Colour will fade
When chipped aggregates are exposed
Almost impossible to extend areas years later, with a consistent finish
